The leaders discussed the growing Canada-Qatar strategic partnership, with immense potential and opportunities to deepen diplomatic, security, development, cultural, and economic ties.
Prime Minister Carney meets Qatar Ruler His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani
Canada Prime Minister, Mark Carney has met with the Amir of Qatar, His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, in Doha, during the first-ever visit by a Canadian Prime Minister to Qatar.
The Prime Minister Carney thanked Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani for the warm welcome and hospitality.
The leaders discussed the growing Canada-Qatar strategic partnership, with immense potential and opportunities to deepen diplomatic, security, development, cultural, and economic ties. Prime Minister Carney underscored Canada’s strengths in development, education, resources, manufacturing, and health, and its unparalleled investment potential in areas of shared interest.
Bilateral relations between the two countries dates back over five decades, where Canada and Qatar have maintained positive and growing bilateral relations. In Qatar, Canada is represented by the Embassy of Canada to the State of Qatar in Doha, where Canada also maintains the Visa Application Centre. In Canada, Qatar is represented by the Embassy of the State of Qatar in Ottawa.
Qatar opened its embassy in Canada in 2011, while Canada’s embassy in Qatar opened in 2012.
Over the years, Qatar has provided Canada with extensive support and assistance, contributing critical diplomatic efforts across a number of challenging issues. Qatar played a key facilitating role in securing the release of Canadian nationals held by the Taliban.
Since the outbreak of the Israel-Hamas conflict on October 7, 2023, Qatar has played a critical role in facilitating (with Egypt) the exit of Canadians and Canadian permanent residents out of Gaza. Additionally, Qatar has played a constructive role in other areas of shared priority with Canada, such as mediating the repatriation of Ukrainian children deported by Russian forces and providing humanitarian aid to Ukraine.
As one of the world’s largest exporters of liquefied natural gas, the energy sector is Qatar’s main economic driver, but the government is also rapidly advancing a modernization agenda to diversify into knowledge-based and sustainable sectors.
The Prime Minister recognized His Highness’ leadership in promoting global peace and stability, particularly in the Middle East, and emphasized Canada’s gratitude for the many times Qatar has provided consular and diplomatic assistance.
The Prime Minister extended an invitation to His Highness to visit Canada in the coming year. The leaders welcomed this highly positive visit and agreed to remain in close contact.
